Workshops & Events

Have fun creating tie dye wall art using dye and fabric on canvas.
The workshops will demonstrate different tie dye techniques, colour mixing with different colour dyes and step by step guidance to create colourful, interesting, and surprising wall art.

Tie Dyeing is such a fun activity and it’s a messy play, so we advise casual wear that you do not mind getting a little dye on. We do provide aprons and gloves.
All materials will be provided, and you will be given a take home bag and washing out instructions to complete your wall art.

This workshop is suitable for adults and children aged 7 years old and above.
All children must always be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Curious about fashion illustration? Join London fashion illustrator Elyse Blackshaw for an exclusive workshop celebrating London Fashion Week. Discover how to sketch and create a contemporary fashion illustration from this September’s catwalk shows through experimentation, mark-making, and colour. No experience needed. All materials provided.

About Elyse
Elyse Blackshaw is London-based artist and fashion illustrator renowned for her vibrant and playful style. She has illustrated at London Fashion Week for 10 years, illustrating live for designers such as ASHISH and creating daily fashion coverage for the iconic SHOWstudio. Alumni from the Royal College of Art, Elyse's illustrations are celebrated for their fluid lines and rich textures which have attracted brands such as Selfridges & Co. Due to her contemporary and eclectic approach to fashion illustration, Elyse has been invited as Graduate Fashion Week Judge and a visiting lecturer across UK colleges and universities. 

Join Safira for a practical introduction to Islamic geometry. Using a ruler and compass, construct a pattern and create a painting to take home.

About this event:

This Islamic geometry workshop will explore a pattern from Islamic traditions - in particular an 8-fold pattern from Cairo, Egypt.

During the session we will be using a compass and ruler to create a geometric pattern template and we will go through the process of transferring and repeating the template on to watercolour paper. The pattern we will create in class is pictured.

The second part of the session will be an opportunity to explore painting techniques so you can create your own piece of work to take home.

Equipment and materials will be provided during the class.

No prior experience is required.

Suitable for ages 16+

The class is suitable for someone who has never taken a geometry class before or for someone who would like to refresh their skills. You will be taught the basics and will be able to practice using the compass before working on the pattern.

If you have tried geometry before, this class is a great refresher and a chance to try learn a new pattern

This workshop introduces participants to traditional and contemporary Chinese ink paintings, also known as Chinese watercolour. Focused on techniques, approaches, and materials, it offers an opportunity to delve into this highly expressive and poetic art form. Learn to capture the essence of your subject with step-by-step instructions. The tutor will guide you in selecting and preparing materials, and you'll create your own artwork under their supervision.